May 6th is officially No Diet Day and Beverage Day.
Welcome to day 127 of 366! There are 239 days left in 2024.
Is today your birthday? Be sure to find out all the historical events that happened on this day, including events related to war, literature, music, celebrities and so much more.
Did you know that on this day in 1840, the world’s first adhesive postage stamp in a public postal system was used? It was named the Penny Black used in the United Kingdom.
Keep reading for more fun & interesting facts about May 6th in history!
Events
What memorable events happened on May 6 in history? Keep reading to find out!
2019
The UN reported that one million plant and animal species were at risk of extinction.
The rate at which plant and animal life are declining is at a level never before seen in human history, and we’re almost entirely to blame. The UN claims that it’s not too late to change this, but action needs to be taken at every level of society to make enough of a difference.
1960
United States President Eisenhower signed the Civil Rights Act of 1960.
This Act incurred punishment for anyone who tried to stop anyone else’s attempt to register to vote. It was written in order to handle the discriminatory laws and practices in the South, especially to protect African-American and Mexican voters.
1682
King Louis XIV made Versailles the de-facto capital of France when he moved his courts to the Versailles Palace.
While Paris remained the official capital, the relocation of the king’s government essentially made Versailles the heart of France until 1789. During these hundred or so years, Versailles was constantly improved upon by the monarchy.
Famous Births
Is today your birthday? If so, you share the same birthday with George Clooney. Here are a few other famous people born on this day.
1961
George Clooney
American
Actor
Age:
63 years old
Born In:
Kentucky, USA
1955
Tom Bergeron
American
TV Personality
Age:
69 years old
Born In:
Massachusetts, USA
1856
Sigmund Freud
Austrian
Neurologist
Died On:
Sep 23, 1939 (Age 83)
Born In:
Freiberg, Austria
1953
Tony Blair
British
Politician
Age:
71 years old
Born In:
Scotland, UK
Famous Deaths
Unfortunately, May 6th has also been a day where we’ve had to say some goodbyes over the years…
1817
1862
Henry David Thoreau
American
Naturalist
1817
1862
Henry David Thoreau
Henry David Thoreau was an American naturalist born on July 12, 1817. He died on this day in 1862, at age 44 in Concord, Massachusetts, USA.
Died On:
May 6, 1862 (Age 44)
Died In:
Massachusetts, USA
Quotes
Memorable quotes are being said or written every day. Here we have the most notable quote ever said on this day.
1901
Genius is 1 percent inspiration and 99 percent perspiration.
Thomas A. Edison
American Inventor
Special Holidays
Are you looking for something to do today? Well, here’s a few special days that might just give you some ideas.
National Beverage Day
The beautiful thing about beverages is there’s something for everyone! Whether you like hot drinks or cold beverages, celebrate Beverage Day today by drinking your favorite beverage. So sit back today, take a sip and relax!
International No Diet Day
Many of us are seemingly dieting all year round, but what if there was just one day you could eat what you like and not feel guilty about it? Your wish is our command as today is No Diet Day. We don’t need to tell you how to enjoy this one!
THe Fact Site’s
Fun Fact Of The Day
When George Washington died, Napoleon Bonaparte of France gave a personal eulogy and ordered a ten-day mourning period for France.
Birthday & Zodiac
For those of you who were born on May 6th, your zodiac sign is Taurus.
Taureans like to be in control, which makes them patient, logical, and well-grounded. They’re big thinkers and will often reflect deeply on many things in life. Taurus is an earth sign represented by the bull. Much like bulls, Taureans are known for their loyalty.
For those of you born in May, you have the Emerald birthstone. The emerald is associated with fertility, love, and rebirth and provides wisdom, growth, and patience.
People born on this day were likely conceived the previous year on August 13th.
A baby conceived on May 6th, 2024, will likely be due next year around January 27th.
